to retain
01
保持する, 記憶に留める
to keep something in one's thoughts or mental awareness
Transitive: to retain a memory or knowledge
例
The storyteller captivated the audience with a tale that was both entertaining and easy to retain in their memories.
語り手は、楽しませるだけでなく記憶に留めやすい物語で聴衆を魅了しました。
02
保持する, 保有する
to keep what one has or to continue having something
Transitive: to retain a physical or abstract possession
例
The antique shop owner decided to retain a few rare pieces in the collection.
骨董品店のオーナーは、コレクションの中のいくつかの珍しい品を保持することに決めました。
03
保持する, 吸収する
to absorb and keep a substance within a particular object or material
Transitive: to retain a material
例
The skin 's natural oils help retain moisture, keeping it hydrated and preventing dryness.
肌の天然オイルは水分を保持し、保湿して乾燥を防ぎます。
04
保持する, 維持する
to intentionally keep, maintain, or preserve something in its current state, resisting removal, elimination, or alteration
Transitive: to retain sth
例
The school opted to retain the practice of having a mentorship program for new students.
学校は新入生のためのメンタープログラムを維持することを選んだ。
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